Nichols College Athletics

Joseph Asermelly enters his first season as an assistant coach for the Nichols College football defensive line in 2026.

Asermelly began his coaching career at his alma mater, Chariho High School in Rhode Island, immediately after his collegiate playing career at Hofstra University from 2004–2008, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Education. A lifelong teacher, he brings 14 years of experience developing athletes as a high school head coach in Connecticut.  Asermelly resides in northeastern CT with his wife, their three children, and their dog.